Staff Scientist, Optical Connectivity Design **Date:** Jul 28, 2025 **Location:** Corning, NY, US, 14831 **Company:** Corning Requisition Number: 69980 **The company built on breakthroughs. ​ ** **Join us.​ ** Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​   How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  ​ At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   ​ Come break through with us.  **Scope of Position** Innovate and design novel high precision optical connectivity concepts, adapters and related fiber optic interconnection solutions. Collaborate with project leaders, process development engineers, manufacturing engineers and product line management to develop high volume fiber optics product concepts to be manufactured across the globe. + Create detailed opto-mechanical designs of optical connectors, adapters and related assemblies + Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances to 3D models and 2D drawings + Perform tolerance analysis + Identify design risks with failure mode analysis + Analyze current designs and new concepts with sensitivity analysis and tolerance allocation + Proficiently use 3D CAD software + Design components for high volume injection molding and metal machining processes **Day-to-Day Responsibilities** + Coordinate design efforts with process and manufacturing engineers + Coordinate product evaluations with internal test labs + Instruct technicians how to perform required experiments + Provide prototypes for and participate in voice-of-customer meetings + Design components for high volume precision injection molding and metal machining processes + Provide reliable solutions using analytical design and advanced problem-solving techniques + Effectively communicate designs and performance data + Meet project milestones and product cost targets + Up to 15% domestic travel **Experiences/Education - Required** + Minimum M.S. or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline required + Minimum 3 years' industry experience in designing high precision components with sub-micrometer accuracy or related field + Demonstrated ability to solve challenging technical problems by developing creative solutions with an understanding of the underlying engineering principles + Familiarity of injection molding and extrusion and polymer selection per application + Understanding of precision manufacturing and measurement techniques + Use of 3D CAD software **Experiences/Education - Desired** + Knowledge of fabrication technologies such as precision machining and 3D printing + Experience with high precision alignment stages, power meters, tunable lasers, spectrum analyzers + Programming skills for automated data acquisition and process controls using software such as LabVIEW and MATLAB + Experience with adhesive technology + Working knowledge of PTC Creo **This position supports immigration sponsorship.** The range for this position is $119,542.00 - $164,370.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO. **A job that shapes a life. ** **Corning offers you the total package. **  Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial, and career from day one +  As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.  + Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, and disease management programs. + Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives, align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well – when Corning wins, we all win.     + Getting paid for our work is important but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a peer-to-peer recognition program to celebrate success by recognizing colleagues who demonstrate above-and-beyond behaviors.  We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at. **Nearest Major Market:** Corning